Cape Breton Deaths courtesy of CAPE BRETON GENEALOGY & HISTORICAL ASSOCIATION VISIT OUR WEBSITE - <http://www.cbgen.org/>www.cbgen.org NEW MEMBERS WELCOME Cape Breton Deaths April 08, 2014 Tuesday There were 9 obituaries published today Terrance Matthew “Matt” Somerton - 26 yrs Louis J. McMullin - 73 yrs Michael Horyl - 53 yrs Gordon Wilson Patterson - 79 yrs Stephenn “Steve” MacDonald - 96 yrs Gordon Thomas “Skip” Scott - 67 yrs Hilda Conn - 72 yrs Alexander Penman - 94 yrs Perter Campbell - 73 yra Matthew 'Matt' Somerton Born In: Glace Bay Passed in: Glace Bay Passed on: April 6th, 2014 With broken hearts, we the family regret to announce the passing of our dear son, grandson and brother, Matt Somerton of Glace Bay. Matt passed away on Saturday, April 5, 2014, at the QE II Hospital, Halifax, surrounded by his loving family. Born in Glace Bay, he was the son of Terry Somerton and Carol Ann Comer Somerton, both of Glace Bay. Matt was a welder by trade and a member of CUPW Breton Local #682 and worked for companies on job sites throughout Canada. He enjoyed his trade and made many good friends across the country. Matt truly loved the outdoors, whether it be on his 4x4 or swimming at Mira Gut. In his earlier years he enjoyed hockey. He had a passion for boxing and was a member at Ring 73. His favourite pastime was playing video games with his nephews. Anyone who had the pleasure of knowing Matt knows of his love for his dog “Tazor” they had an exceptional bond and were inseparable. Matt will be remembered by all as a big kind-hearted person, with a great personality who would do anything for anyone. Matt will be sadly missed by his loving parents, mom Carol Ann Comer Somerton; father Terry Somerton (Shauna Matheson Rudderham); sister Chelsea; brother Jeffery (Angela Taylor), all of Glace Bay; stepbrother Brett Rudderham, stepsister Samantha Rudderham, both of Alberta. He will also be missed by his loving grandparents, Gerald and Bev Somerton, niece and nephews, Kiley, Landan and Ryder who he adored — he loved and spoiled them like they were his own. Also left to mourn his passing are his aunts, uncles , cousins and numerous friends. Matt was predeceased by grandparents, John Edward and Mary Rodenia 'Roy' Comer and grandmother Joan Somerton. Visitation will be held 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. on Wednesday, April 9, 2014, in V.J. McGillivray Funeral Home, 16 Reserve St., Glace Bay. A funeral mass will be celebrated 11 a.m. on Thursday, at Immaculate Conception Church, Glace Bay with Fr. Daniel Boudreau officiating. Cremation will follow with interment in Calvary Cemetery at a later date. Memorial donations in Matt’s memory may be made to the Children’s Wish Foundation or the IWK Hospital. Online condolences to the Somerton family are available through www.vjmcgillivray.ca. Louis McMullin Passed in: Pasadena, California Passed on: March 30th, 2014 Louis J. McMullin, age 73, of Pasadena Calif., passed away peacefully on March 30, 2014. Born in North Sydney, he was the son of the late Daniel Joseph (Joe) and Kathleen McMullin. Louis graduated from St. Joseph's High School, North Sydney. He received his Bachelor of Science from Saint Mary's University, Halifax and a Master of Music from the University of Los Angeles. Louis was a very talented and accomplished musician and enjoyed sharing his love of music at many special events. Louis moved to California in 1963 but kept in touch with many friends and relatives in Nova Scotia, visiting as often as he could. He is survived by sisters, Sylvia Keith, Dartmouth, Winifred (Joe) Poltz, Palm Springs, California, Rose Ann (Harry) Delorey, Canso, Bernard (Joan) McMullin, Dartmouth and many nieces and nephews. He was predeceased by his brother Joseph McMullin. Cremation has taken place under the direction of the Neptune Society, Los Angeles, California. A celebration of life was held at his home in Pasadena. Michael Horyl Born In: New Waterford Passed in: River Ryan Passed on: April 6th, 2014 It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Michael Horyl on Sunday, April 6, 2014, at home surrounded by his loving family following a long and courageous battle with cancer. Born in New Waterford, Michael was the youngest son of the late Stephen and Catherine (Podgursky) Horyl. He attended school in River Ryan and graduated from Breton Education Center in 1978. He attended UCCB in both the electronic and civil technology programs, but his heart led him to follow the family business. He became part owner of Horyl’s Superior Sausage in 1982, Michael had a vision for the business and worked tirelessly until it came to fruition in 1986 when the new modern plant was constructed. Michael took great pride in what he did and possessed a work ethic like no other. Michael enjoyed hunting and fishing, golf, ski-dooing, boating, camping but most of all chauffeuring his children around to hockey, soccer, basketball, dance recitals, he didn’t miss one. He was a Toronto Maple Leafs fan and enjoyed watching them on a free Saturday night. Michael was a quiet soft spoken man who faced his illness the same way he faced any obstacle in life, with courage and determination. He was a kind and generous man always doing for others. Michael was a proud and generous supporter of events in the local community and surrounding areas. Michael is survived by his wife, Patty (MacGillivray) Horyl; his daughter, Amanda, at home; sons, Brandon, at home, Stephen (Halifax); brothers, David (Lorraine) Sackville, N.B., Stephen (Mary) Pipers Cove; sisters, Dianne, Scotchtown, Dorothy (Tom) Gale Scotchtown; nieces and nephews, Shauna, Adam (Jamie-Lynn), Noel (Amanda),Vanessa, Melissa and Catherine. Besides his parents, Michael was predeceased by his grandparents, aunts, uncles and in-laws, (Douglas and Theresa MacGillivray). Visitation will be held on Wednesday from 2-4, 7-9 p.m. in the V.J. McGillivray Funeral Home, 380 Smith St., New Waterford. The funeral mass officiated by Rev. Ray Huntley is Thursday at 10 a.m. in St. Leonard’s Church followed by a reception in St. Leonard’s Hall. Cremation to follow with burial at a later date in Forest Haven Memorial Gardens. As an expression of sympathy for Michael, memorial donations in his memory may be made to palliative care or the VON. Online condolences to the family can be expressed at www.vjmcgillivray.ca. Gordon Patterson Born In: Sydney Mines Born: April 1st, 1935 Passed in: Kempt Head Passed on: April 5th, 2014 It is with sadness we announce the passing of Gordon Wilson Patterson, 79, loving husband, father, grandfather, brother and uncle, on Saturday, April 5, 2014, at the Cape Breton Regional Hospital. Born in Sydney Mines, on April 1, 1935, he was the son of the late John 'Jack' and Mary Brochie (Hunter) Patterson. Gordon enjoyed his 25 years with the military serving with the Canadian Navy and later the Canadian Air Force as an aircraft technician. He had also worked with the Nova Scotia Police Review Board and for many years was the warden for the county jail in Baddeck until it closed. A community-minded person, he was always willing to lend a hand, Gordon helped build the Ross Ferry Fire Hall as well as served as the first Ross Ferry fire chief. He is survived by his loving wife Norma Marie (Stroud) Patterson, his son Norman (Ann) Patterson, Sydney, two daughters Bonnie Darlene Patterson, Boularderie, and Jo-Ann Mills (the late Glen), Florida, his grandchildren Nicole, Kevin and Keith Patterson, Halifax, Gordon and Ian Mills, Florida, and his brother John Hunter (Kay) Patterson, British Columbia. Besides his parents John and Mary, Gordon was predeceased by his siblings Joseph, Robert, Alexander, Angus, Quincy, Allen, his twin George and Neil Patterson and his special sister Mary MacInnis, as well as his son-in-law Glen Alan Mills. The family would like to extend a very special thank you to the staff of Palliative Care and also Dr. John Ritter for their care of Gordon during this difficult time. A memorial service for Gordon will be held 2 p.m., Friday, April 11, 2014, at the Ross Ferry Fire Hall, Ross Ferry. Memorial donations may be made to the Hospice Palliative Care Society of Cape Breton. Online condolences may be sent to www.wjdooley.com. Steve MacDonald Born In: Sydney Passed in: Sydney Passed on: April 6th, 2014 It is with heavy hearts we the family regret to announce the death of Stephen Leonard MacDonald on Sunday, April 6, 2014, at home with his family by his side, at the age of 96. He was born and raised, the son of the late Laughlin and Christine (MacGillivary) MacDonald in Sydney. He graduated from Sydney Academy and started his working career at Ideal Ice Cream, the advertising department of the Sydney Post Record and moved on to be a broker for Scottie’s Potato Chips. Steve devoted a great part of his life as a builder and organizer of sports in Atlantic Canada. He was inducted into the Nova Scotia Heritage Sport Hall of Fame in 1986 and inducted into the Cape Breton Sport Hall of Fame in 1998. Dad was president of the Maritime Amateur Hockey Association for seven years and director for six years. He was president of the Sydney Millionaires from 1953 to 1954. He drew up the constitution for the Nova Scotia Hockey Association, and he was also the first man to bring European hockey clubs to Atlantic Canada. Dad toured Canada with teams from Russia, Finland, West Germany, Poland and Romania. He was also instrumental in Newfoundland’s entry into the Canadian Amateur Hockey Association. He assisted in the formation of the Maritime Junior A Hockey League. Dad was also deeply involved in softball, baseball and bowling. Steve loved Cape Breton, his strong Scottish heritage and the summers he spent in Red Islands. His home was always open to family and friends. He was of clear mind and active up until his death. Steve is survived by his wife of 64 years, Ethel (McLennan); children, Cheryl (Ian) Macgregor, Comox, B.C., Jan (Dennis) MacDonald, Stephen (Sheila) MacDonald, both of Sydney; sisters, Margaret MacNeil and Sister Mary Cecilia MacDonald, also both of Sydney. He is survived by his grandchildren, who lovingly referred to him as Boppa, Jenna White, Lauren (Ryan) Currie, Jennifer MacDonald (Matthew Ernst), Ashley MacDonald, Brian MacDonald, Leah MacDonald; great-grandchildren, Ashlee Davies and Charley Currie. He was predeceased by his brothers, Angus, Hughie, Bernie ‘Bessie’, Raymond, Donald, Norman and sisters, Kay and Anne. Visitation for the late Mr. MacDonald will be from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m., Thursday, April 10, 2014, at T.W. Curry Parkview Chapel. Funeral mass will be celebrated on Friday at 10 a.m. at Sacred Heart Church with Rev. Bill Burke officiating. Interment in Resurrection Cemetery, Sydney Forks. The family would like to thank Dr. Liam Orrell for his care and support. Donations in Steve’s memory may be made to the C.B. Palliative Care Society or charity of choice. Online condolences may be sent by visiting www.twcurry.com. Gordon 'Skip' Scott Born In: Glace Bay Born: April 23rd, 1946 Passed on: April 6th, 2014 With broken hearts, we regret to announce the passing of our brother, Gordon, Sunday April 6, 2014 at the Regional Hospital. Born in Glace Bay, April 23, 1946, he was the son of the late Gordon and Susan (Hyde) Scott. He is survived by brothers Reggie, Gary (Debbie), Dave (Michele); sister Mary (Vince) Wrathall; and by nephews Troy and Craig (Denise) Scott and nieces Emma and Jasmine Wrathall; uncle Reg, several cousins and many good friends. Besides his parents Skip was predeceased by his brother George. He worked as a labourer for many years and later in life enjoyed working on small engines. In keeping with Skip’s wishes cremation has taken place under the care and direction of Patten Funeral Home, 71 Union St., Glace Bay. A private family service will be held on Thursday April 10, 2014 at 2 p.m. with Rev. Donald MacDonald officiating. Burial will take place at a later date in Greenwood Cemetery. Family flowers only, in lieu of flowers donations can be made to the Heart and Stroke Foundation or the Diabetic Society. Online condolences can be sent to family at www.pattenfuneral.com. Hilda Conn Hilda Conn, of Stellarton, formerly of Sydney, passed away on Saturday, April 5, 2014, in the Aberdeen Hospital, New Glasgow. Born in Sydney, Nov. 1, 1941, she was a daughter of the late Murray A. and Effie Katherine (Ferguson) MacCormack, Gabarus Lake, N.S. She will be dearly missed by her loving companion and caregiver Donald Reekie; daughter Laura Lee Finlay (Al), Saskatchewan; son Murray Conn (Alanna), Sydney; five grandsons, Patrick B., Justin, Adam, Patrick J. and Zachary; great-grandson Paxton Finlay; sister Florence Hasuik, Sydney; brother Maxwell MacCormack (Arlene), Caribou Marsh Road. Hilda is also survived by sister-in-law Rita Sampson; nephew Kenneth Hasuik; nieces, Cathy Byrne and Cheryl MacKeen; grandnieces, Alexandra MacKeen, Kelsie and Shelby Byrne, and grandnephew Cole MacKeen. She was predeceased by husband Raymond in 1992, an infant brother Murray and a number of brothers and sisters-in law. Cremation has taken place and a private memorial service will take place in Gabarus Lake at a later date. www.eaglesfuneralhome.ca. Alexander Penman Born In: Dunfermline Passed in: Saint John, New Brunswick, Canada Passed on: April 6th, 2014 Alexander Penman of Ridgewood Veterans Wing, Saint John, N.B., passed away with his family at his side on Sunday April 6, 2014. Born January of 1920 in Dunfermline, Scotland, he was the son of the late Alexander and Joan (Struthers) Penman. Alex was a veteran of the Second World War serving with the Royal Canadian Signals 3rd Canadian Infantry Division serving in England, Belgium and Holland. After the war he joined the militia retiring in the 1960s with the rank of captain. He worked for the National Employment Service later Manpower for over 30 years, retiring as manager in 1978. In his retirement years he worked for Electric League of New Brunswick and Bentax. Alex was active in his community as a member of Royal Canadian Legion Branch numbers 64 and 69; N.B. Signallers Association: honorary member of the Rotary Club; served as secretary and president; and received the Paul Harris Fellowship Medal. Alex had a love for music and was a gifted musician who could play almost any instrument. In the 1950s he had his own big band and performed in many kitchens and halls in Cape Breton. He was a member of the Scottish Studies Foundation; RUSI; Men of Fundy Barbershoppers for whom he was their founding member, member of the Union Club and past commanding officer of the Byng Boys Club. Alex is survived by his sons, Allan of Welsford, N.B., David (Kimberly Hanson) of Greenwood, N.S., and Ian (Gail) of Saint John, N.B.; daughter Evelyn McGrath (Kevin Beaman) of Saint John; brother James (Delores) of Port Morien, N.S.; brother-in-law Hugh McKinnon of Glace Bay, N.S.; grandchildren, Jason, Kenny, Ian, Colby, Kyle, Paula and Pam; one precious great-granddaughter Jasmin; several nieces, nephews and friends. Besides his parents, Alex was predeceased by his loving wife Eleanor (Sheppard) Penman; daughter Joan Penman and sister Edith McKinnon. Arrangements are under the direction of the Fundy Funeral Home, 230 Westmorland Rd., Saint John, N.B. (506-646-2424). A celebration of life will be held at the Fundy Funeral Home Chapel on Thursday, April 10, 2014, at 3 p.m., at which time a veteran's tribute will be given. Private interment in Cape Breton, N.S. at a later date. Donations in Alex’s memory can be made to the Ridgewood Veterans Wing, Canadian Cancer Society (Breast Cancer) or the charity of the donor’s choice. To send a message of condolence please visit www.fundyfuneralhome.com. A heartfelt thanks to the doctors, nurses and staff of Ridgewood Veterans Wing for the excellent care given to Alex and his family. Peter Campbell Born In: Main-a-Dieu Passed in: Sydney Passed on: April 6th, 2014 It is with great sorrow that we announce the passing of Peter Campbell on Sunday, April 6, 2014. Born in Main-a-Dieu, he was the son of the late Colin and Isabel (Locke) Campbell. Peter, an avid hunter and fisherman, enjoyed the simple things in life. He lived life for his family, and was known for his kindness and generosity to others. He was the father every child deserves. Peter is survived by his devoted wife, Anita; three daughters, Tonia (Daniel), Bermuda, Sharon (Fred), Ottawa and Angela (Peter), Sydney; and grandchildren, Victoria, Cody, Adrianna, Sydney, Samantha, and Michael. He is also survived by brothers, Jimmy, Joey (Yvonne), Robbie (Loretta), Andrew (Anna Mae), Victor (Donna), Tommy (Gwen), Frank (Peggy), Selby (Melba), Raymond (Joanne), John Hugh (Colleen), Keith (Roseanne) and Garfield (Tammy) and sisters, Theresa, Margie, Georgina and Alice. Peter was predeceased by brothers, Gregory, Stephen, Gene David and Colin; sisters, Ada, Pauline and Melvina; and grandson, Ryan. In celebration of Peter's life, a memorial service will be held at St. Alban’s Anglican Church on Thursday, April 10th at 11 a.m., with Archdeacon Brenda Drake officiating. Interment in Hardwood Hill Cemetery. Memorials may be made to St. Alban's Church. Condolences may be sent to the family at www.sydneymemorialchapel.ca or e-mail [email protected]